How many syllables in “aril”?
syllables in "aril"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · ril
Letters
4
a · r · i · l
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “aril”
The word “aril” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · ril. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aril" have?
"aril" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aril" into syllables?
"aril" is divided into syllables as: a · ril.
What is the Scrabble score for "aril"?
The Scrabble score for "aril" is 4 points.
Using “aril” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aril" (a · ril) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “aril” is worth 4 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “aril”
The letters in “aril” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: lair, lari, liar, lira, rail, rial.